6
recalls
The Volvo 740 has 6 recalls covering 153,798 vehicles as reported; model year 1986 is covered by the most (4).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
6
Most for 1986: 4
Units affected
154K
As reported
Overall stars
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Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
0
None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Volvo 740 by component
- Electrical system1 · 107K units
- Engine and engine cooling1 · 7,390 units
- Fuel system, gasoline1 · 253 units
- Latches/locks/linkages1 · 1,068 units
- Power train1 · 38K units
- Seat belts1 · 485 units
Volvo 740 recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 6, 1991 | Volvo 740, 760, 940 (1985-1991): Seat beltsNo. 91V075000 | Crash risk | 485 |
| Sep 6, 1990 | Volvo 740 (1990): Fuel system, gasolineNo. 90V165000 | Fire | 253 |
| Nov 17, 1989 | Volvo 740 (1986-1988): Power trainNo. 89V204000 | Fire | 38,000 |
| May 11, 1987 | Volvo 740, 760 (1985-1987): Electrical systemNo. 87V064000 | Other or not stated | 106,602 |
| Jun 24, 1986 | Volvo 740, 760 (1986): Latches/locks/linkagesNo. 86V083000 | Falls | 1,068 |
| Dec 2, 1985 | Volvo 740, 760 (1985): Engine and engine coolingNo. 85V002000 | Injury | 7,390 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 1991 Volvo 740 recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 1991 Volvo 740. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Volvo 740 have?
6 recalls cover the Volvo 740, for 153,798 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is electrical system (1 recalls).
What do owners complain about most on the Volvo 740?
Electrical system: named in 44 of the 175 safety complaints about the Volvo 740, then air bags (30). One complaint can name several components.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.